Serving 517 students in grades 5-6, Lombard Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lombard Middle School's student population of 517 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
517 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Lombard Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lombard Middle School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2709 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
11%
28%
Black
18%
16%
White
57%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lombard Middle School's ranking?
Lombard Middle School is ranked #2709 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lombard Middle School?
517 students attend Lombard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Lombard Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lombard Middle School?
Lombard Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lombard Middle School offer ?
Lombard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Lombard Middle School part of?
Lombard Middle School is part of Galesburg CUSD 205 School District.
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